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There are 2 types of ceremonies offered; spiritual and non-religious. Regardless of which type is chosen, the typical style throughout is love and surrounding the child with friends and family in order to celebrate the child's birth and life ahead.

Spiritual Ceremonies:
A Christening is the child's first initiation into the spiritual faith. Catholic Christenings are frequently held as a separate service for one or more children, without hymns and lasts approximately 30 minutes.

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In a Church of England Christening, the Christening takes place within the primary Sunday church service and the child is taken to the front, sprayed with holy water, and the Parents and Godparents guarantee God they will bring the baby up in the Christian faith.

If you decide to choose a Christening, you need to speak to the pastor at your local church. They will describe the service, and may ask questions about your own faith, and that of the godparents. You will then be able to schedule a date.

Nonreligious (Non-Religious) Ceremonies:
There are a variety of non-religious events to select from including a Baby-Naming Ceremony, Welcoming or Thanksgiving. A British Humanist Association event can be held anywhere you like. They can supply design templates for ceremonies that you can adjust for your own situation, and they can recommend readings, poetry or music.

Christenings are typically held within the first year of an infant's life, although some moms and dads wait up until the baby is a little older.

Normally, photography is welcome throughout all kinds of events however it might be worth contacting the individual presiding initially as the churchgoers or gathering is most likely to be invited to photograph the baby, family and Godparents at particular points during the ceremony. Naturally there can also be pictures prior to and after.

The baby will normally be dressed in an unique Christening outfit/gown or household treasure garment. Ladies would be expected to dress smartly - hats are not needed, and for males, suits or a nice shirt and pants. Ties are typically not a necessity, especially for summer season ceremonies though if you are the daddy or Godfather, you would be expected to wear your Sunday best.

Normally following the event a buffet or tea is held at the parent's house. The baby will be shown off to all the friends and family, and Christening gifts are usually provided to the child. After the buffet, the official cake may be cut, and at this moment, some people choose to plant a tree or devote a plant which will grow with the child.

Role of the Godparents:
There are typically 3 Godparents - 2 the very same sex as the child. The role of the Godparent comes from the days when converts to the early Christian church were usually adults whose moms and dads were not Christians. The Godparents role was to provide a Christian coach to assist them through life. Individuals likewise link the function of the Godparent with that of ending up being 'legal guardian' should the baby ever be orphaned. Nevertheless, this would need to be written into a will with the permission of the Godparents themselves. Non-religious individuals generally engage a 'mentor' who will watch over the baby and guide them through life with recommendations, assistance and care. Normally Godparents are chosen for their own Christian beliefs however likewise because they are extremely buddies of the moms and dads, or family members. Godparents or guardians must be individuals who are going to be around to provide assistance for the child if needed.

Christening Gifts:
Lots of individuals prefer a conventional present concept for a Christening such as china, pewter or silver; these are great presents for the baby to treasure. For religious ceremonies it is typical for a silver cross and chain or a bible to be provided to the baby.